Coral Bay is a coastal bay on the island of St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands. It is characterized by calm, turquoise waters, making it a suitable location for kayaking and paddleboarding. The bay features a shoreline with mangroves and maho trees. A notable launch point is from a beach within the bay, accessible via transportation from Cruz Bay or by meeting directly in Coral Bay. Another potential launch area is from East End Road adjacent to the mangroves, though access may depend on car rental agency policies. The bay is relatively sheltered, with calm conditions reported, particularly early in the morning before beach areas become crowded. The prevailing trade winds on St. John typically pick up by late morning on the north shore, but Coral Bay's conditions are generally calm. A significant feature within the bay is a floating taco bar called Lime Out, which is a destination for some guided tours; paddlers may swim to it wearing a life jacket. The bay's seagrass meadows are a habitat for green sea turtles, which are frequently observed feeding and surfacing near kayaks. The surrounding area has historical significance, specifically Fortsberg, which guides may reference. For equipment, Crabby's Watersports, located on Route 107 S in Coral Bay, offers kayak rentals. Guided tours are available and typically include kayaks, paddles, life jackets, dry bags, and round-trip shuttle service from Cruz Bay. A recommended nearby paddling destination is Hurricane Hole, a collection of mangrove-lined coves east of Coral Bay within the Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument. This area offers exceptionally flat water protected from wind by mangroves and topography, and features snorkeling among mangrove root systems that host diverse coral and fish species. Access to Hurricane Hole involves a roughly 35-minute drive from Cruz Bay on winding roads and is most easily explored from Coral Bay.